Freightliner Classic XL

Sept. 28, 2010

Classic XLThe Classic and Classic XL, formerly built on the old FLD chassis, now sits on a frame from the modern Century conventional. Accompanying improvements include deeper, stronger frame rails; lightweight aluminum crossmembers; smooth-riding leaf-and-a-half front springs or optional Hendrickson Airtech air-ride; tighter steering and better noise suppression. Classic can be built for highway, construction and vocational applications.

The Classic and Classic XL, formerly built on the old FLD chassis, now sits on a frame from the modern Century conventional. Accompanying improvements include deeper, stronger frame rails; lightweight aluminum crossmembers; smooth-riding leaf-and-a-half front springs or optional Hendrickson Airtech air-ride; tighter steering and better noise suppression. Classic can be built for highway, construction and vocational applications.

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